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The Knolls

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight clean, well-maintained facility. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

55 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 1059512 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: NY DOH — view official record
Google rating
4.1/5

based on 48 Google reviews

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The Knolls Assisted Living in Valhalla, NY — Street View
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What this means for your family

The Knolls offers a beautiful, clean environment with many amenities that residents enjoy. However, families should be prepared for high entry costs and are encouraged to observe staff interactions closely, as there have been reports of inattentive care that warrant further investigation during your tour.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

48 reviews on Google
The Knolls is frequently praised for its clean, well-maintained environment and friendly, attentive staff, particularly by those visiting for short-term rehab or touring the grounds. However, potential residents and families have expressed significant concerns regarding the high cost of entry and occasional reports of inattentive care from specific aides. While the physical facility is highly regarded for its beauty and tranquility, the affordability and consistency of bedside care remain points of contention.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff7.0Clean9.0Activities8.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms4.0Value2.0

Strengths

  • Clean, well-maintained facility
  • Friendly and polite staff
  • Beautiful, tranquil environment
  • Positive experience for short-term rehab

Concerns

  • High cost and affordability issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inattentive staff or aides (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

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Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the beautiful, tranquil setting here, what kind of daily activities or social opportunities are organized to keep residents engaged?
  • 2How do you ensure consistent communication with family members regarding a resident's daily health status and care updates?
  • 3With your focus on maintaining a clean and well-kept environment, what is your process for ensuring that residents receive attentive, personalized support throughout the day and night?
  • 4Could you walk us through the different components of your pricing structure so we can get a clear picture of what is included in the monthly cost?
  • 5What protocols do you have in place for handling medical emergencies, and how quickly are family members notified if a change in health occurs?
  • 6How do you foster a supportive culture among your staff to ensure that every resident feels consistently cared for and heard?

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Key Review Excerpts

My Father was just there a little over 3 weeks and he had excellent care. He loved the food and his room was immaculate.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★

Most aides are wonderful. You need them specifically whe you can't move well. Head nurses need to listen to patients. Food is soso.

Resident family member · 2022★★★★

I wanted to take some time and Thank everyone at The Knolls (Valhalla) for their care and assistance during my 2 week rehab stay last month.

Rehab patient · 2019★★★★★
Source: 48 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: NY Dept. of Health

5total
4deficiencies

Key Findings

4 violations from 5 inspections

Jan 7, 2025Other
485.11 (b)

Records and reports

Aug 15, 2024Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Jul 15, 2024Other
485.11 (b)

Records and reports

Jul 8, 2024Other
485.11 (b)

Records and reports

Jul 8, 2024Other
485.11 (b)

Records and reports

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

The Bethel Methodist Home

Organization Type

for profit

Source: State licensing data

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